World Leader Vibe Check
This US politician will step down as GOP leader in November, the Republican announced on the Senate floor Wednesday, marking the end of an era on Capitol Hill and setting up a high-stakes race for his successor.
Who is US Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell?
Conspiracy theories are spiraling on Twitter about this member of the British Royal Family, who has not been seen publicly in months.
Who is Kate Middleton?
Thousands of people in this country are desperately searching for ways to flee the country after it was announced the military junta will soon impose a mandatory conscription law.
The president of this country has banned gender-inclusive language in all official documents and public administration, the presidential spokesperson said Tuesday, as the far-right leader continues to implement his socially conservative agenda.
What is MyanmArgentina?
This president has tried to drum up regional support for his vision of peace in his country and has promoted the idea of joint arms production at a two-day summit of neighboring countries.
Who is Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Thousands of striking workers and students in this country have marched through the capital city to mark the first anniversary of the country’s deadliest train crash – and demand justice and bigger pay rises.
What is Greece?
Several NATO countries, including the US, Germany and the UK, have ruled out deploying ground troops to Ukraine, after this president said "nothing should be excluded."
Who is French President Emmanuel Macron?
A journalist in this country was arrested by federal authorities on Monday on charges of orchestrating a malicious campaign against the state and its officials, with the “objective to coerce, intimidate, and incite violence” against them through his social media platforms where he has criticized the country's Supreme Court.
What is Pakistan?
This former president is under investigation for having allegedly “harassed” a humpback whale while riding a personal watercraft off the country's coast last year. This comes as he is already under investigation for an alleged attempted coup plot and is barred from running for office until 2030.
Who is former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro?
This country's parliament has passed a tough new bill that imposes a prison sentence of up to three years for anyone convicted of identifying as LGBTQ+. It is the latest sign of growing opposition to LGBTQ+ rights in the conservative nation.
What is Ghana?
This president received a rock-star welcome Thursday at a US conservative gathering outside Washington as he urged people to “unapologetically fight” against what he called “dark forces.”
Who is El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele?
This country has imposed a mandatory annual levy for organizations employing expatriate workers, requiring them to pay $15,000 for a director and $10,000 for other employees. The move is meant to encourage foreign companies to employ more domestic workers.
What is Nigeria?